Synonyms of accrue

accrue

verb

as in to accumulate

to increase in amount as time passes

They accrued vacation time throughout the calendar year.

A penny-pincher who is accruing a fortune by spending next to nothing.

Related Words

• accumulate
• maximize
• collect
• gain
• extend
• amass
• enhance
• expand
• double (in)
• enrich
• enlarge
• grow (in)
• triple (in)
• elevate
• mount
• step up
• boost
• gather
• build up
• ramp (up)
• jack (up)
• pick up

Dissimilar Words

• fall (in)
• lessen
• decline (in)
• diminish (in)
• abate
• lose
• dwindle
• dip
• decrease (in)
• taper
• taper off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accrue

The material needed to stand up to a little rain—I’m a New Yorker sans car, after all—and still accrue a beautiful patina over time. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2026

Wilson, in turn, blamed Coulter, who served between Griffin’s two terms, for millions of dollars of debt accrued by the village. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026

Vee first garnered recognition as a cast member of Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘n Out and The Women of Wild ‘n Out, beginning to accrue a social following now numbering over 6 million. — Peter White, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

Retirement funds allow people to hold investment portfolios that accrue profits after years of adding money into the accounts. — Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026